A cheap 2 in mag drill for occasional shop and farm steel work. A name-brand machine is the pick if it will run all day on a jobsite.
Amazon $228.99The VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill is the better magnetic drill overall, rated 4.2 to 3.2. The VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill leads on value and weight. The VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill costs $656 less ($228.99 vs $884.99).
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A mainstream 2 in mag drill from a brand with service centers everywhere. Buy it for the warranty rather than raw spec.
Amazon $884.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill for value ($114.50 per inch of cutter ($228.99, 2 in) vs $442.50 per inch of cutter ($884.99, 2 in)) and weight (26.5 lb vs 33 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 2 in and larger magnetic drill; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill | DEWALT DWE1622K 2 in Mag Drill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 95 $114.50 per inch of cutter ($228.99, 2 in) | 49 $442.50 per inch of cutter ($884.99, 2 in) |
| Cutter size 20% | 33 2 in largest annular cutter | 33 2 in largest annular cutter |
| Power 20% | 72 1,450 W motor | 44 10 A, about 1,200 W at 120 V |
| Magnet 15% | 96 2,922 lbf stated magnet force | 50 magnet force not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 84 26.5 lb | 68 33 lb |
Specifications
| VEVOR 8880E 2 in Mag Drill | DEWALT DWE1622K 2 in Mag Drill | |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | ||
| Power | Corded, 120 V | Corded, 120 V |
| Motor | 1,450 W | 10 A |
| Largest annular cutter | 2 in | 2 in |
| Cutting depth | 2 in | - |
| Speed | Variable, up to 750 rpm | Two-speed, up to 450 rpm |
| Stroke | - | 4 3/8 in |
| Base and build | ||
| Magnet force (stated) | 2,922 lbf | - |
| Weight | 26.5 lb | 33 lb |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |
